NHTSA Recall 00V056000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Cadillac Hearse.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V056000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00022 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | February 28, 2000 |
| Owner notification | March 22, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: limousine and hearse model vehicles. The right front brake hose can contact the wheel resulting in damage to the brake hose.
Safety risk
If the hose becomes damaged, there can be a loss of brake fluid and pressure in half of the brake system. The brake pedal will be lower than normal and stopping distances will be longer, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the right front brake hose assembly. The left front brake hose assembly will also be replaced to prevent the possibility of incorrect position of the hose during any future service.
Notes
GM recall no. 00022.owner notification began march 22, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V056000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.